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GreenHalse Mute 16
API 527 Compressor
Audix MicroBoom
RSS S-0808 Digital Snake
THEY SAY: Mute 16 is suited for the silencing of sound systems during emergency announcements and as an automated venue SPL control system. SPECIFICATIONS: A compact 2U high multi-channel audio mute system, using voltage controlled amplifiers to mute up to 16 channels of balanced, line level audio. Its control input is an optically isolated, normally closed signal that is connected to a ground during normal operation. When the control signal becomes open-circuit, the audio outputs are all quickly muted. When the control input is restored, the audio output level rises back to normal over approximately two seconds. A control signal from an emergency system is connected via a two-pin Camden plugin screw terminal. On the front panel, indicators are included on channels for signal in/out and mute status.
THEY SAY: The 527 is based on API’s 225L discreet channel compressor and measures just half the size of a Vi6. SPECIFICATIONS: API’s 527 compressor is a single channel module that features controls including variable attack, release, ratio, and output gain controls. The unit also includes API’s patented ‘Thrust’ circuit, first offered on the 2500 Stereo Bus Compressor. A ten-segment LED meter is switchable between gain reduction and output level. “Anyone who has used the 225L compressor found in API consoles has expressed a longing for the same kind of flexibility and control in the 500 Series for some time,” said Larry Droppa, president of API. “We’re delighted to now offer the 527 to complement our vintage 525 compressor, which has been many engineers’ favourite compressor over the years.”
THEY SAY: A problem solver for many hard-to-reach miking applications, including choir, plays, and orchestra. SPECIFICATIONS: The MicroBoom is a 50-inch (1,270 mm) carbon fibre rod that can be utilised with any of the condenser microphones in the Micros series. It was designed to be lightweight and attach to any microphone stand. It can be used with a choice of capsules in the Micros series. A high quality shielded cable is used internally to insure the cleanest audio signal path between the microphone and the bottom of the boom, which terminates in a mini-XLR male connector. Its stand adapter allows for control over the angle, rotation, and position of the carbon fiber rod. The final angle and position of the microphone can be controlled using the flexible metal gooseneck just below the microphone.
THEY SAY: World’s first battery and remote powered digital snake added to V-Mixing system. SPECIFICATIONS: The S-0808 is an eight-in/eight-out compact digital snake that supports multiple power options, including battery power, embedded power over REAC and power over Ethernet (PoE), which can stream from multiple REAC units back to RSS M-400 and M-380 V-Mixers. The inputs offer remote controllable preamps, phantom-power, 24-bit 96kHz A/D conversion and choices of XLR, TRS line and even Hi-Z capability to reduce the need for DI boxes. Audio and power can be transferred over Cat5e cable using the RSS S4000D Splitter and Power Distributor or the new S-4000M REAC Merge Unit. The S-4000M can power up to four S-0808 units.
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Genelec 8260A 3-way DSP Monitoring System
LD Systems Stinger series speakers
THEY SAY: It features major advances in audio driver technology in a sophisticated enclosure design. SPECIFICATIONS: The 8260A threeway DSP monitoring system features the Minimum Diffraction Coaxial Mid/ High driver technology for improved imaging and sound quality both on the acoustical axis as well as off-axis. The 8260A combines a coaxial driver (MDC) with a modern waveguide technology (DCW), ensuring drivers couple coherently over their full operating bandwidth, as well as creating coincident mid-frequency/ high frequency point source. The 8260A features Genelec DSP signal processing for loudspeaker functions such as the crossover filters, driver eqs, room response alignment, calibration, and equalisation related filters as well as distance compensating delays.
THEY SAY: Powerful performances and easy handling for full-range applications. SPECIFICATIONS: The Stinger speaker series is powered by Eminence drivers and features BMS compression drivers, available in passive and active models. The active models feature Bang & Olufsen Ice power amp, line I/O, mic in, volume control, ground lift, two-band eq, birch ply box with black textured finish. LDEB82 passive: Multi-functional loudspeaker with eight-inch custom made speaker and BMS one-inch compression driver. 18mm plywood cabinet structure, highly durable textured lacquer finish, integrated speaker stand receptacle. LDEB82A active: As above with B&O amp and Speakon passive output allowing the connection of a passive speaker. Its speaker also features the new Volex power plug.
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JZ Vintage series – V47
JDK Audio R22 compressor
THEY SAY: The V47 gives users a great microphone with legendary U47 sound. SPECIFICATIONS: The first in the JZ Vintage series, the V47 features a unique double capsule and optimised smart shock-mounting system. The mic also features an original design in a flask shape, a built-in shockmounting system, swivel mount for multiple positioning options, and golden drops sputtering technology on capsule. The mic also comes with a five-year warranty. Its frequency range is 20Hz to 20 kHz. It features a cardioid polar pattern and an output impedance of 50 Ohms.
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THEY SAY: The R22 shines with a rulerflat frequency response out to 50 kHz. SPECIFICATIONS: The R22 is a twochannel, rack-mount compressor with linkable stereo operation that uses true RMS power summing, a patented Thrust circuit for low-end and intuitive parameter control. The R22 interconnects with both balanced XLR and quarter-inch inputs and outputs. LED indicators and switchable analog metering of the output level and gain reduction provides an optimised gain structure. It also features switchable hard- or soft-knee compression, combined with variable threshold, ratio, and make-up gain controls. It offers the same inline compressor formerly found only in Paragon consoles
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